Colonel Ingersoll On Christianity

By Robert G. Ingersoll

Book Overview

Colonel Ingersoll On Christianity is a collection of speeches and essays by Robert G. Ingersoll, a prominent American orator and agnostic who lived in the late 19th century. In these writings, Ingersoll discusses his views on Christianity and religion in general, arguing that they are based on superstition and ignorance rather than reason and evidence.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Ingersoll's critique of Christianity. In the first section, he discusses the origins of religion and the development of Christianity, arguing that it is a product of human imagination rather than divine inspiration. He also critiques the Bible, pointing out inconsistencies and contradictions in its teachings.In the second section, Ingersoll focuses on the moral and ethical implications of Christianity, arguing that it promotes intolerance, bigotry, and cruelty. He also discusses the role of religion in politics and society, arguing that it has been used to justify oppression and injustice throughout history.In the final section, Ingersoll offers his own vision of a secular and rational society, in which reason and science replace superstition and dogma. He argues that this would lead to a more just and equitable world, in which people are free to pursue their own happiness without fear of persecution or discrimination.Overall, Colonel Ingersoll On Christianity is a powerful critique of religion and a call for a more rational and humane society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion and its impact on society.THIS 92 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll: Discussions V6, by Robert G. Ingersoll. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766172759.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162907401
• ISBN13: 9781162907406
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"